Back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty to be the emperor

Chapter 607 Prince of Persia
"Your Highness must have gained a lot today."

After all, Zhang Jianzhi is one of the most wise men in the world. He was too worried earlier and failed to discover Li Xian's hidden way of calculation in time, but after thinking about it afterwards, he understood the key point of the matter. When Shi Shiran turned back to the study, Zhang Jianzhi was already very sure, and even had the mood to tease Li Xian.

"It's okay, well, let's put it this way, at least within a few months, that person in the palace will not have the intention to harass me for the time being."

Naturally, there are gains. At first, Li Xian didn't expect to bring down Empress Wu, what he wanted was a temporary peace. Now after such an incident, it is an indisputable fact that Empress Wu's authority has been shaken. What's terrible is that Li Xian successfully lit the fire of doubt and fear in Gaozong's heart, which was enough for Empress Wu to be busy for a long time. In this way, it gave Li Xian the precious time needed for strategizing , it can be said that this trip was worthwhile, of course, it is not a bright thing to calculate this stuff after all, Li Xian didn't want to put it on the table and said it, so he just laughed and typed it as a matter of fact uncovered the past.

"Three months? The time is still tight."

As Li Xian's absolute confidant, Zhang Jianzhi naturally knew where the breakthrough point of Li Xian's imperial struggle was. These days, he had made many pre-arrangements for this matter. Now, he heard that there would be a buffer time of three months. I am quite excited, but I only counted, but I feel that there is less time, and the appearance of waiting for every detail, really seems to be a lack of human heart.

"It doesn't matter, the big deal is that I will set the fire again when the time comes."

The buffer of these three months was an unexpected gain. If it were not for the momentary negligence of Empress Wu, Li Xian would have to be wary of the plotting tricks that Empress Wu would show up from time to time. For this, Li Xian was content I am very happy, and I will never be "greedy" like Zhang Jianzhi.

"Your Highness is good at calculating, so you won't be afraid to make that person anxious..."

Empress Wu is best at scheming. She was always the only one who schemed others, and it was rare for her to be schemed. From Gaozong to later Queen Wang, Concubine Xiao Shu, and the famous grandson Wuji, Chu Suiliang and others , which one has not been overwhelmed by him to death, even a wise man like Zhang Jianzhi dare not underestimate him, but Li Xian dared to release such bold words, which really made Zhang Jianzhi laugh dumbfounded But before he finished speaking, from the corner of his eye, he suddenly saw Gao Miao, the chief eunuch of the East Palace poking his head out from behind the screen, and stopped talking abruptly.

"What's the matter?"

When he saw Gao Miao poking his head over there, Li Xian frowned immediately, but he didn't get angry, he just let out a tinge of displeasure.

"His Royal Highness, Belus, the king of Persia, and his eldest son, Nirvana Master, are here to pay their respects. Please make it clear, Your Highness."

Hearing that Li Xian's expression was wrong, Gao Miao didn't dare to be negligent in the slightest, rushed to the front, saluted respectfully, and rushed to report.

"Oh?"

The King of Persia, Belus, is the exiled prince of the Persian Dynasty. During the Tang Dynasty last year, when he was passing through Hexi, Li Xian once hosted a banquet for him. He knew the intention of this person's visit. It’s just for Li Xian to help persuade Gaozong to send troops to help him restore the country. Li Xian has taken it into consideration—the Persian Gulf area is the place Li Xian must take. For this reason, Li Xian has already buried A lot of foreshadowing is to firmly control this treasure land in Datang's hands, not only for the rich minerals hidden in the ground, but also for the purpose of preventing the spread of barbaric religions to the East. In his plan, this matter would have to wait for him to stabilize the domestic situation at the soonest before he could take action. Therefore, when he was in Hexi, Li Xian had already clearly rejected Belus' request to invite him to send troops, but sent He sent a light cavalry to escort him to Luoyang to meet Emperor Gaozong. Later, due to the busy military and political affairs in Hexi, Li Xian no longer cared about the unlucky prince. Hearing his sudden visit at this time, Li Xian was really a little bit embarrassed Hesitant.

"Go, just say that His Highness has rested, let them go back."

As a confidant, Zhang Jianzhi is clearly aware of Li Xian's grand strategy of dominating the world, but he does not agree with it from the bottom of his heart. In his opinion, ensuring the stability of the domestic political situation is the top priority. Why, it makes no difference whether to take it or not, especially at this delicate moment when the court contest with Empress Wu is about to start, one more thing is better than one thing less, seeing Li Xian hesitating there, Zhang Jianzhi immediately frowned, gave Gao Miao a dissatisfied look, raised his hand, and ordered impatiently.

"promise!"

Don't look at Zhang Jianzhi who only has the title of the master of the East Palace now, and is just a petty official below the fifth rank, but Gao Miao knows that Zhang Jianzhi can definitely be the master of the East Palace. After letting go of the words, I didn't dare to neglect to go, I hurriedly responded, and then I was about to go out.

"Hold on."

Before Gao Miao could reach the screen, Li Xian's eyes flashed brightly, and he stopped.

"Your Highness, you..."

Although Li Xian hasn't given any orders yet, Zhang Jianzhi has already guessed Li Xian's thoughts, and immediately became anxious. He didn't want any unexpected incidents to happen at this time. Fan.

"Sir, don't worry, I know what's going on in my heart, and I won't miss anything."

Li Xian is very clear about Zhang Jianzhi's thoughts, but Li Xian has his own ideas, and he is not angry because of Zhang Jianzhi's offending face. Taking this opportunity, he waved at Gao Miao and said, "Please come to the study."

"promise!"

Li Xian, the rightful lord, had spoken, Gao Miao didn't dare to delay, after fulfilling his promise, he left the study in a hurry, and within a few moments, he had already turned around with the two high-nosed and deep-eyed Persians Come back—two Persians, one old and one young, both wore official Tang Dynasty uniforms. The people are the Persian king Perus and his son.

"My humble servant Belus greets His Highness."

Belus has been in Datang for more than a year, and he was conferred the title of General Youweiwei, which can be regarded as a high-ranking official of the Tang Dynasty, but it is only a false title, and he has no right to participate in the government and discuss state affairs. The name is just raised in the Lifan Courtyard, but Bellus himself is determined to restore the country. He asked Gaozong to send troops to help him several times, but all were rejected. , This time looking for Li Xian was his last desperate effort, he didn't dare to lose his manners in front of Li Xian, just now he turned around the screen, and immediately rushed to him, very respectfully It was a great gift.

"The king of Persia doesn't need to be polite, you and I are old friends, please sit down and talk, come and watch!"

Li Xianxu raised his hand, motioned for Belus to get down, and exchanged a very gentle greeting.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for your love, this humble minister is taking the liberty."

Bellus and Li Xian actually only met once, and it has been more than a year since then, and I was really afraid that Li Xian had already forgotten himself, seeing Li Xian treat each other so gently, Belus's hanging heart finally relaxed a little, and after thanking him for a while, he sat down on the lower end, while his son stood proudly behind him.

"Is the king of Persia still used to living here in Luoyang?"

Although Li Xian already guessed the purpose of Belus's visit, he didn't intend to tell the truth, but put on an air of being homely with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for your concern, it's okay, it's okay, the prosperity of Luoyang is the only thing I've seen in my life, the generosity of Chengtian Khan, I've spent everything I have, and it's true that I can live on, but I just miss my homeland and feel at ease in all difficulties. Waiting for a gentle and comfortable life is not what I wish, if we can get the help of the Tang Dynasty to restore our country, I, Persia, would like to be a vassal of the Tang Dynasty forever, and I will be loyal to the world, and I hope Your Highness will make this happen."

Bellus is straightforward by nature. Although he has been in the Tang Dynasty for a long time, he can already speak Chinese very fluently, but he has not learned the subtlety and caution of Confucianism. .

"The king of Persia has a heart, but the emperor has already made a decision on this matter, and I am not the one who can comment on it."

The Persian Gulf is too far away from the Tang Dynasty. No matter how powerful the Tang Dynasty is, it still feels beyond reach. It's just colonization, and this requires the support of a puppet regime. In this sense, the King of Persia and his son are undoubtedly an excellent choice. Li Xian will not miss it easily, but the time is not yet ripe. He planned to reveal his plan and plan, so he smiled and rejected Birth's request.

"Ah, this, this... Your Highness, my humble minister, my humble minister..."

Belus also knew that it would be difficult to win Li Xian's support, but he still had a glimmer of hope. After all, Li Xian's reputation for bravery and fighting was well-known all over the world. After rejecting his own request, he couldn't help becoming anxious. In this panic, sweat poured out from his head and face like a fountain, and the corners of his mouth were trembling, not knowing what to say.

"King of Persia, don't worry, this matter is not beyond discussion, it's just..."

Li Xian let Belus enter the gate of the East Palace, of course he wanted to make use of it, but he wouldn't do what he wanted easily, the key that should be sold must be sold well.

"Ah... If Your Highness is willing to do it, I will repay His Highness's great kindness even if I am a humble minister..."

Bellus was already heartbroken, but when he heard the hidden words in Li Xian's words, he couldn't help being stunned for a moment, and then a burst of ecstasy surged into his heart, he exclaimed, and he was already on his knees He fell to the ground, kowtowed like pounding garlic and begged.

(End of this chapter)